Leonardo told Sky Sport Italia regarding the signing of Fabregas: ‘We evaluated it, considering the possibility, but didn’t go all in. We are still evaluating the conditions.’

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One issue is Milan’s financial situation after the club were punished by UEFA in June for breaking Financial Fair Play rules. They were banned from playing in this season’s Europa League but the club managed to overturn this.

Leonardo admitted the club’s financial situation is still on their minds when it comes to signing new players, stating: ‘There could be an economic sanction, we’ll see what happens.

Leonardo has managed and played for AC Milan before as well (Picture: Getty)